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This recipe for Turtle Cake Squares starts with a German chocolate cake mix. These squares are perfect for dessert, snacks or when you’re craving chocolate and nothing else will do.

When I was growing up, two of my favorites that mom made were German Chocolate Cake and Turtles candy. Even when I was all grown up, she continued to make the best turtles I’ve ever eaten. This recipe reminds me of my two favorites that mom made so it’s kinda special to me.

This recipe is not only delicious but it’s easy to make as well. It bakes in a 9″ x 13″ baking dish and makes enough for my large family. I love that I don’t have to double a recipe to make sure I have enough to go around.

Ingredients For Turtle Cake Squares

This easy recipe requires a German chocolate cake mix, a bag of caramels, evaporated milk, butter, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and pecans (or your favorite nuts). My favorite happens to be pecans so that’s how I roll.

Preparation Steps

In a double boiler over medium heat, combine caramels and 1/3 cup evaporated milk. Stir until the caramels are melted and the mixture is smooth. Remove from the heat and set aside.

Helpful Hint: If you don’t have a double boiler, you can buy one here.

In place of a double boiler, you can simmer a few inches of water in a saucepan. Place a metal or glass bowl on top of a saucepan, making sure the bowl fits snugly. Be careful when you remove the bowl from the top of the saucepan because it will be hot.

Combine the cake mix with the butter and remaining 1/3 cup evaporated milk in a mixing bowl. Mix until well blended. Press half of the mixture into a 9×13-inch baking pan. Bake at 350º F. for 6 minutes.

Remove from the oven and sprinkle the chocolate chips.

Sprinkle chopped pecans over the chocolate chips.

Pour the caramel mixture evenly over the chips and nuts.

Drop the remainder of the cake mixture over the caramel. Return to the oven and bake for 16-18 minutes. Remove from the oven.

Cool on a baking rack for 15 minutes and then chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before cutting into squares.

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